You’ll ride ATVs through Miami’s Redland after dark with a local guide leading the way — headlights on, stars overhead, and wildlife sometimes darting past. The tour includes safety gear, photos of your adventure, and stories from locals that stick with you long after you’re done.
Headlights cut through the dark and the air smelled like wet grass — that’s what hit me first. We were somewhere in Redland, Miami, helmets on, engines rumbling under us. I kept glancing up at the sky because honestly, I didn’t expect so many stars this close to the city. Our guide, Luis, waved us forward with a quick “vámonos!” and we all lurched off in a line, tires crunching over gravel. There was this weird mix of excitement and nerves in my stomach (I’d never driven an ATV at night), but after the first few turns it just felt…free.
The trails twisted through palm groves and open fields — sometimes you’d catch a whiff of earth or something floral when we passed certain trees. Every so often Luis would stop and point out something moving in the brush (he said they were raccoons but I swear one looked bigger). My friend tried to film everything but mostly ended up laughing too hard when she hit a bump. It was pitch black except for our headlights and this soft blue glow from someone’s phone screen behind me. I remember gripping the handlebars tighter whenever we sped up — not scared exactly, just really alive.
I think what surprised me most was how quiet it got when we stopped for photos. You could hear insects buzzing and someone from another group talking softly in Spanish nearby. The helmets made everyone look a bit ridiculous but nobody cared; we all grinned for pictures anyway. On the way back, Luis told us stories about growing up in Miami and how Redland used to be mostly farms. I still think about that feeling of riding back toward those distant city lights — sweaty, dusty, totally wired from it all.
No, hotel pickup is not included; you'll need to make your own way to the meeting point.
You must be 16 or older with a valid ID to drive an ATV on this tour.
Yes, all areas and transportation options are wheelchair accessible.
Yes, service animals are allowed during the tour.
The tour includes photos and videos of your ride, safety gear like helmets, and a local guide.
No, it is not recommended for pregnant travelers to join this activity.
Public transportation options are available nearby for reaching the meeting point.
Yes, photos and videos are included as part of your experience.
Your evening includes all safety gear like helmets plus a local guide who leads you through Redland’s trails by night; you’ll also get digital photos and videos of your ride before heading back under those Miami stars.
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